Ashley Fitzgerald:

  • Women must be covered head to toe whenever in public.
  • Face coverage varies from nation to nation.
  • Recently had fashion week (no men allowed)


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Islamic culture: fashion with the holy Koran, for men and women.

The primary concept of relgious thinking of a Muslim is the elaboration of the rules of living a social and political life. The moral evaluation of actions are laid out my shari'a, or the "path" of God. Woman are treated with half the rights as men because they are "half as worthy." The Quran states a believing Muslim woman should wear "hijab" which vaires from each Muslim country. "Abayas are the traditional overgarment in the Persian Gulf nations of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates. They also are worn in Iraq. Women and girls wear the black abaya, a lightweight crepe garment that includes a head covering called a shayla, in the presence of men and boys. " "In Saudi Arabia, which follows strict Islamic codes, officials warn that women should not wear unapproved abayas — including those with ornamentation. "

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Traditional Abayas are black long dress-like covers, that is a cultural tradition.



Middle Eastern clothing is covered from all over to protect from extreme heat conditions. The material and the color used to make them too depend to large extent on the climatic conditions. The elegant women and men’s clothing are extremely sought after even beyond Middle East. Abbaya is popular ethnic Middle Eastern clothing, which women much beyond the borders love to wear. They are available in beautiful colors with some great embroidery on it. The clothes are comfortable and ideal for every day wear and to carry out the daily chores. The clothing made for daily wear is usually of cotton and similar fabric while lots of silk and satin are used for special occasions. The accessories for Middle Eastern clothes are huge and the right one only enhances the look and gives a complete feeling. Middle Eastern clothes for adults and children are similar. The hizab, and the cap are an integral part of clothing for women and men respectively. Shalwar Kameez for men, women and child are made in different specific styles.
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